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Learning ObjectivesAfter reading this chapter you should be able to:
1.State four questions that will allow you to select participants intelligently. |
2.Analyze characteristics of preselected participants. |
3.Separate and explain three kinds of discussion issues: fact, value, and policy. |
4.Focus and word a discussion issue so that it will be conducive to group processing. |
5.State the major questions to be considered in deciding how much structure is needed in a group. |
6.Identify the five key task dimensions. |
7.Formulate and carry out a plan for researching a discussion topic. |
8.Evaluate the accuracy of information collected and the reasoning behind it. |
9.Assess the quality of information presented in groups. |
10.Prepare materials for use in a decision-making group. |
11.Describe the components of the listening process and problems each component might pose for the listener. |
12.Suggest strategies for improving your listening skills. |
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